I am all for a good discussion about wineries, housing, water, and economic support in our County. And it now appears we will be able to have that discussion in our neighborhood of Yountville… our Mayor of Yountville has stepped up and announced his campaign today for District 3 Supervisor. John has been the Mayor since 2010,
A virtual Sanitary Survey of the Town’s water distribution system was conducted by the State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water (Water Board, DDW) this past week. This virtual inspection was scheduled over a two-day period and thanks to pre-planning by Utility Operations Staff the inspection was completed in one day. Thank you,
The Finance Department Staff compiled 10 years of historical financial data to be sent to Town Council and staff for informational purposes and will also be included on the Town’s website. The more you know.
Our local rep in Washington has been very busy this week. First, he voted with the majority to pass H.R. 5, the Equality Act. This bill, of which Thompson is an original co-author, creates a national standard to prohibit such discrimination by amending the Civil Rights Act. He then voted to pass H.R. 1319, the
With the two most veteran County Supervisors deciding not to run for re-election, Napa County has a great opportunity to have some serious discussions Bout the future of our Valley. Supervisors Brad Wagenknecht and Diane Dillon will be stepping down in 2022 and have left plenty of time for prospective candidates to share their future
Where our water comes from, the Enterprise Fund, and how much our water costs.
The budget preparation process is always happening this time of the year. Town staff will be bringing the draft budget for the Arts Commissions accounts at their March 1st meeting for discussion with the commissioners. This will happen before the Friday, March 5th deadline for all numbers to be entered into the system. As many
It’s time to be talking about Economic Recovery. Town Manager, Steve Rogers, met with local representatives of the Yountville business community Economic Recovery Taskforce; members are comprised of the Yountville Chamber and community. They discussed thoughts/ideas/concerns about the Town Council approved Business Transition Support Plan (now the Economic Recovery Program) (it’s time to be forward
Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Toni G. Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon announced on Feb. 17th that they have reached an agreement on a package of immediate actions that will speed needed relief to individuals, families and businesses suffering the most significant economic hardship from the COVID-19 Recession. For small businesses, the
League of California Cities Launches Advancing Equity Advisory Committee to support cities in efforts to root out systemic racism. While no longer president of the California League of Cities, our Mayor John Dunbar remains very active with the League. Along with our Town Manager, Steve Rogers, they will be on the Cal Cities Advancing Equity